2003 Mazda 6 vs. 1964 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2003 Mazda 6 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda 6 (119 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1964 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1964 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda 6 weights approximately 460 kg more than 1964 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2003 Mazda 6 (186 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda 6 | 1964 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Mazda | Wartburg |
| Model | 6 | 312 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1840 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 43 L |
